Shangri-La Frontier: Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su 2nd Season シャングリラ・フロンティア～クソゲーハンター、神ゲーに挑まんとす～ 2nd season

2024 fall | Episodes: 25 | Score: 8.3 (81564)

Updated every Sundays at 17:00 | Status: Finished Airing

Type: TV

Synopsis

Ever since Rakurou "Sunraku" Hizutome started to play the extremely popular virtual reality game Shangri-La Frontier, he has truly fallen in love with it. Sunraku has quickly made a big name for himself by fighting two of the seven unique, nearly unbeatable monsters, which is unthinkable for most players. To progress the game's story, he sets out on an adventure with his leporine guide, Emul, to acquire a magic operation unit from an ancient workshop. Though Sunraku breezes through this quest alongside his clanmates Towa "Arthur Pencilgon" Amane and Kei "OiKatzo" Uomi, there seems to be an ulterior motive as to why the two of them decided to help Sunraku in the first place. Nevertheless, Sunraku gains valuable knowledge and allies, critical for his advancement in the game. By seeking out powerful enemies and unraveling the inner workings of the game's world, Sunraku may just change Shangri-La Frontier forever. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Voice Actors

Uchida, Yuuma

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Reviews

CHALOKLAM
04/20/2025, 06:30 AM
I feel like this entire season is like a giant OVA that ends up as a spin-off! The more episodes go on, the less the series develops the world of Shangi, and at times, it seems like the author is fed up with his world or doesn't know where he wants to go and puts his main character in another universe... It's as if there were OVAs in the middle of the series, but the last third of the season is downright a spin-off!!! The pace of the series is way too slow; you could miss an episode without realizing it, the story is so stuck! There's twice as muchpointless blah blah as in season 1! It's simple, they talk non-stop for the sake of saying nothing! Entire episodes talking about the strategy that will be used, both during the action and during the "action," well, this is even more blah blah!!! The characters spend three-quarters of the episodes commenting on what they're going to do or what happens during the action! Action that's as repetitive as possible. It reminded me of DBZ, two episodes spent preparing an attack that does nothing... That's the other problem of the season: the big monsters are like immortal, they keep coming back, 10 final attacks, etc., and at one point, the writers decide it's gone on long enough, and boom, the fight's over... and off we go for an OVA or a spin-off. I'll watch season three when it's fully aired, and I think three-quarters of it will be skippable... and I won't be surprised if I lose interest in the middle. Otherwise, more than ever, I don't understand the very good rating for this season and the number of people who recommend watching it... It's simple, I find that this season is so bad that I lowered the previous season by one point (I gave it an 8, a very good rating for me, thinking that it was an intro that took its time and that in season 2 we would be more focused on the story... it's the opposite, season 1 seems to have given everything and now we're only on filler and a sort of saop opera animation and I expect the worst for the rest.
NutBarber
04/17/2025, 08:23 PM
** spoiler free, bief summary ** Season 2 of Shangri-La Frontier brings some solid entertainment, but it does have a few bumps along the way. One issue I had was the show jumping between multiple storylines in different games. While it doesn’t completely ruin the experience, it does pull you out of the main story flow and can be a bit jarring at times. Still, it’s not a huge deal-breaker, just a minor distraction. Some episodes definitely drag and feel a bit boring, but the episodes that hit are definitely worth it and make up for those slower moments. When it’s good, it’s really good — bringingback that hype and excitement that makes the show fun. The characters are pretty enjoyable. They’re not super deep, but they have enough personality and quirks to keep them interesting and fun to watch. They bring some lightheartedness to the story, even if their emotional range isn’t huge. Animation is solid, especially in the action scenes. It fits the game-inspired world well, and the music is decent enough — it doesn’t stand out, but it doesn’t detract from the experience either. Overall, Shangri-La Frontier Season 2 is a mixed bag. It’s definitely worth watching if you enjoyed Season 1, but it could’ve been more focused. It’s got its moments, and while some things don’t flow perfectly, it’s still a solid ride for fans of the series.
Tsukuyomisama
04/16/2025, 01:38 AM
Ladies and Gentlemen! Let me introduce the best mmorpg anime introduction that can take Sao's crown. I don't want to say much about this season, because this season cut two main events in two and I liked this side road where the story went which no longer wants to be just a plain mmorpg anime, but what a player's life is like, and I also liked that it wants to be more than what it introduced in season 1. I also liked Sword Art Online, even if the mmorpg part was badly cut and it's full of harems, but if this Shangri continues like this and thequality of the anime stays the same, then this will be the best mmorpg anime! I've been reading the Manga and the quality is always top, which is also beautiful and amazing to read every single page. The characters are lovable, the story is quite good and the music is great choices and I can't say anything negative about it and of course we're only at the beginning of the story! 10/10 This anime is every gamer's dream!
PrN_8
04/12/2025, 11:51 PM
One isekai/game anime that truly captures the essence of RPG gaming. While some argue that the lack of real-life stakes takes away tension, for a gamer who’s fought tough bosses and taken countless Losses, that couldn't be further from the truth. This anime nails the intensity and excitement of boss battles. Even the filler episodes were surprisingly enjoyable—still not sure how they pulled that off. Plot The plot is straightforward but has just enough twists to keep things interesting. Rather than limiting the story to one game world, the anime explores other elements while staying rooted in the original game—and that felt refreshing. Characters Most of the characters arewell-developed—not deeply layered, but developed enough to connect with. They feel unique and way more fun compared to the usual generic isekai/game tropes. Animation Solid throughout. While it’s not top-tier, the animation quality never drops noticeably. Sure, they save budget during less important fights, but the boss battles are animated with care and look great. Recommendation Highly recommended—especially for those burnt out on generic isekai. This one's a breath of fresh air for gamers and anime fans.
pitagotnobread
04/09/2025, 02:32 PM
I feel like this season had a lot of promise but it fell short of it's predecessor for a couple of reasons in my opinion. Season 1 presented other players as threats and the whole idea of PKers seemed a bit more important but in this season there weren't really any outside threats at all. Another thing that I liked in season 1 that they completed fumbled in season 2 is the eerie, mysterious feeling of the truth behind the world inside Shangri-La Frontier. For example, the vibes that were given off between Setsuna and Pencilgon felt like there was something deep and dark behind thegame that we would follow up on further this season. The last problem I had with this season is the pacing. There's nothing wrong with our MC playing other games every now and then but there are times we are ramping up to a major plot point and Sunraku takes a break to meet up with someone in another game and it just takes you out of it because he'll be out the game for a couple episodes. Oh! And Saiga (Psyger 0) is annoying.
Chuy_diazz
04/03/2025, 06:38 PM
The consolidation of the best video game-themed anime. This season seeks to expand the story's vision of video games. Sure, it gives us a progressive continuation of the main story, but even the narrative itself works just like a video game. The story within the main game remains interesting: the hunt for the 7 Supremes. In the purest JRPG style, before any boss fight, there will be a thousand things to do, a thousand dialogues to read, and all that lore is just too enticing. The entire season was spent fighting two of them, and we're nowhere near beating them. Since this whole journey can beoverwhelming at times, the anime takes us on a break from this game to try to spend some time in other genres. This is how our protagonist takes us through a mecha combat game and a traditional fighting game. ShanFron knows his market, knows who he's talking to, and the more he presents, the more the affection he has for the video game industry becomes evident. It's not just about the games, but the players as well. Seeing all the different player classes is a great experience because it will lead you to forge a bond with the character who has a playstyle similar to yours. Everything in the story is very well-crafted; when someone tells you that someone is strong, it's clearly demonstrated. They don't do it with a brutal display of strength, but rather with the complex gameplay mechanics you must employ to defeat your opponent. No major enemy is defeated in the same way, which adds a lot of dynamism to the fights. You won't see two identical strategies, nor two identical bosses. As the story progresses and experience accumulates, a sea of new variants, tools, weapons, classes, and subclasses opens up, enriching what we see on screen because everything is constantly changing. ShanFron is establishing itself as the best in the video game genre. This could be attributed merely to its animation, which never falters, but it's a story that is naturally charismatic. This should not be a recommendation but rather a requirement.
rossjg
04/03/2025, 08:11 AM
After finishing Shangri-La Frontier season 2, I’m left with mixed feelings. Unfortunately, it’s hard to ignore that season 2 lost the "magic" that made the first season such a compelling watch. The excitement and mystery of exploring the world of SLF and taking on quests just aren’t there this time around. The animation quality has also taken a noticeable dive. The Weathermon battle in season 1 was intense and gripping, creating a real sense of tension, even with no actual stakes. In comparison, season 2’s battles feel hollow, almost cheap. I think the show could really benefit from a "Souls-like" system where dying has consequence(you lose all your money or drop 5 levels), without it, the fights lose their weight. Ironically, the most engaging part of season 2 happens outside the game itself, but with those storylines still unresolved by the season's end, it leaves the whole arc feeling like it’s gone nowhere. By the conclusion, it’s hard to shake the feeling that not much was accomplished. For anyone reading this who hasn’t watched Shangri-La Frontier season 2 yet, I’d recommend going in with lowered expectations. And for those of you who have already seen it, I’m sure I’m not alone in feeling that season 2 deserves a score lower than season 1.
HERMIT_PAIMON
04/02/2025, 10:17 PM
No change in art style , animation , voice acting in comparison of season 1 which a good thing . So, everything is perfect in this front even though they improved ost a little , 2nd op song is dope too . The only thing i hate is akwardness of some characters specially rei ( attack master ) if studio continue this pattern i might drop down my rating from 8 to 7 . If you are new into gaming type animes then SLF is made for you , sit down , take a deep breathe , fill your glass and snack bowl etc enjoy theshow .All i say down finish in 1 seating it will kill fun . so, 2-3 seating are enough .
Darkzepheran
04/01/2025, 07:34 AM
Another season another Banger!! C2C has once again, delighting us with an incredible S2 of Shangri-La Frontier. When you think you´ve seen the best this series has to offer—BANG! it tops itself once more. Animation, characters, world building, comedy and story. It´s got all the ingredients needed to become one hell on an anime. From where we left off in S1, Sunraku keeps pushing on to find and defeat his sworn enemy Lycagon, while discovering the wonders hidden in this GOD-TIER game. Like before we dive deeper into the lore of the game and discover there´s much more of a deeper story to Shangri-La than what meetsthe eye. With the help of Pencilgon, K, Psyger-0 and new allies. Sunraku faces new boss monsters and new challenges both in IRL and in game. Not to mention—more of Pencilgon’s get-rich-quick schemes and shenanigans that’ll have you laughing your ass off! As always, each boss fight outshines the last. Especially in Round 2 against Lycagon, where the legendary "Attack Master" shows Sunraku exactly why she earned that title. When it comes to OPs and EDs, this anime is on a whole different level. I haven't seen a series with this many amazing OSTs since Black Clover! Overall, it´s been a great season and to top it all off—we´ve got S3 CONFIRMED!!! In the meantime, I’ll be diving into the manga, especially since where the anime left it off was the start of an epic arc! How I rank (This is just my opinion): (Inspired by Huang-Teizan) 10 - Bendicion de Dios 9 - This is what PEAK looks like people!! 8 - Bingeworthy! 7 - Good 6 - Enjoyable 5 - Either Echii or just enough to get by 4 - I´m just here to know how it ends. 3 - Don´t bother 2 - "Are you related to Rent a Girlfriend?" 1 - My head doesn´t explode because it can´t. 0 - "Even a Hentai has a better story than you!"
CaptainKenshiro
03/30/2025, 11:02 AM
Well the second season is here and since the specifics were already covered on the first one, this one will be shorter and more straightforward, kinda like the show itself. People keep playing videogames in a mostly fun looking way so there are still reasons to be pleased with this continuation, but it’s definitely worse than its predecessor due to the following reasons: -The pacing is slower. The first season already had a slower pacing on its second half, and it became worse in here. Now the main characters have interacted and formed an alliance with other players that care about the lore and unique scenariosand epic bosses of the game and stuff, which is good, but now there is a lot more sitting down and talking and exposition going on. -Speaking of exposition, it had become worse in this season compared to the one before it. Since the protagonist has leveled up and unlocked new weapons and abilities, there’s a lot more inner monologues about that, and even on screen there are a lot more explanations about in-game mechanics. And since the show moved on to the fights against the epic bosses that affect the whole in-game world, there is a lot more strategic discussion between the characters. Infamously, there is an episode where half of it or more was about a party planning what to do against an epic boss while having it occupied with a decoy. -The protagonist is now more broken. He has access to an OP inventory full of powerful items that even serves as a room to teleport to, so he uses it in battle as an escape route to rest and heal a little, and to come back from, more geared up. Speaking of gear he also gets more powerful weapons as he levels up and works with NPCs, so he doesn’t struggle nor is as creative against small enemies as he used to be. Yes, it is a natural course in videogames in general so it makes sense for the writing to be that way, but it doesn’t really prevent it from being a slightly worse watching experience. Even when it seemed that he was disadvantaged at some point, he works his way around it and comes off as more OP and it never feels like he struggles much. -There is little plot progression. Despite seemingly moving forward due to showing more characters, enemies and places within the in-game setting, the characters don’t really progress much in what they want to do in the game. The protagonist even gets a second chance against that one epic boss from the first season, for the MMORPG and the show to pull out a troll. -There is focus on other type of content in it and not in the best ways. The series now bothers to explore the backstories of other characters and how they began to play videogames and roleplay and why they choose their playstyles in specific. Character fleshing is good but when an action show does it in the middle of a fight interrupting the flow of the series, it is an issue. And although I now don’t find Rei to be a creepy stalker, I still feel like her attraction to the protagonist is rather silly and superficial and I wish there was less focus on it. -Related to that, the anime is now slightly more serious. Although still primarily a comedy action adventure show, since now characters even have entire episodes dedicated to introspect about why and how they play videogames and roleplay, they started to take, well, videogames, more seriously. It is nowhere near the embarrassing levels of other shows, which I already criticized on my review of the first season, but it was preferable as it was before. -The series dedicates runtime to other videogames. I don’t really find this to be an issue, as it shows more of the characters outside the main game and playing more stuff and using other mechanics. I find that to be a nice change for a short while, and the anime even uses that to show how someone can get a burnout from a hobby, and it even ties the characters and events from those other games to the main one, so I don’t take it as wasted screentime. The directing even went to change the title of the anime at the beginning of some episodes and commercial brakes, which was a nice touch. Other people did find it to be an issue, so I think it was worth mentioning. -Since I covered the occasional change of videogames, that leads me to talk about another actual problem which is the animation becoming worse. One of the other videogames is a so-so and far more generic looking mecha fighting game with far less customizations, so its aesthetics are more plain and boring looking, and even has weak CGI and less detailed artwork all around. But even within the main game, the artwork and character figures became weaker, the backgrounds and special effects, and even some epic monsters have now far more and more noticeable rather poor looking CGI. Even the motions and impact frames feel and look worse than they did before. At its best the series still looks great and sometimes even far better than it did in the first season, but its overall decline in visual quality is very prominent and can’t be denied. Near the end of the season, the characters play another fighting game with roleplay elements, which although it had uninteresting gameplay, it also featured interesting mind game like abilities and much more interesting and better visuals. -Even the audio department is considerably worse. The music is still the same but less prominent and with a several case of lacking good insert songs, there are two new openings and two new endings, none of which I liked particularly but the first ending was nice to look because the characters were in suits and dresses. The voice acting is about the same, and the sound effects are far weaker than they were in the first season. -The ending is still open of course, as the source material is ongoing, but it is also a double cliffhanger of sorts, so it is worse than the one from the first season. Luckily the continuation was already confirmed, but is that a good thing? As a whole, the anime is still watchable to kill some time but it has undeniably become worse than it was and if they don’t stop its production for a little while to try and polish it to its previous level, it might affect the following entries to the point where they might become bad.
ArcticRaccoon
03/30/2025, 06:56 AM
𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗶-𝗟𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮 : 𝗔 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗱𝘆𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱. If Shangri-La Frontier Season 1 was a thrilling dive into the world of VR gaming, hen Season 2 cranks everything up a notch. It’s bigger, bolder, and just an absolute blast to watch. The story keeps getting more interesting, the world feels even more alive, and the sense of adventure never lets up. Generally, Shangri-La Frontier is a love letter to MMORPGs, and Season 2 continues to explore the vast potential of this world with meticulous detail. The story progression feels organic and gripping, with S̶u̶n̶r̶a̶k̶u̶’̶s̶ pencilgon's journey unfolding in ways that make you investedin every quest and every new encounter. His battles are not just about brute force but about wit, adaptability, making every W feel well-earned and so satisfying. Visually, the animation is a feast; fluid, dynamic, and bursting with energy in all the right moments. The action sequences, in particular, are insanely well-executed, with each clash carrying real weight and tension. Whether it's an intense boss fight or a meticulously choreographed duel, you feel the impact of every hit. And while the OST may not be groundbreaking, it does exactly what it needs to elevate the tension and immerse you deeper into the world of Shangri-La Frontier. The music sets the perfect backdrop, ensuring that every major moment lands with the impact it deserves. But what truly makes this season shine is how it deepens the world-building while maintaining its sense of adventure and discovery. The game within the anime feels real, the kind of world you’d want to get lost in, full of challenges, secrets, and an ever growing sense of mystery. The stakes are rising, the story is expanding, and the excitement only grows stronger with each passing episode. In short, Season 2 doesn’t just live up to expectations ,it even surpasses them. It’s the kind of show that makes you wish VRMMOs like this actually existed, just so you could step into S̶u̶n̶r̶a̶k̶u̶’̶s̶ pencilgon's shoes and experience the thrill firsthand. With stellar animation, a gripping story, and a world that feels more alive than ever, Shangri-La Frontier continues to be a top-tier ride. Final verdict? An easy 8/10. The adventure is far from over, and I can’t wait to see where it takes us next.
Widhala
03/30/2025, 05:56 AM
I'll start with the negative aspects, I don't know if it's just me, but I feel like the animation quality isn't as good as the first season.... aaaand the romance part is just, simply, naruto and hinata all over again... And with that out of the way, for everything elses, the story is simple but perfect. By that I mean, the attention to detail, story-wise, doesn't quite have any loopholes...well, if I may complain a bit, there are some, like about how does the console technology works, or some other random details, but structurally speaking, everything just add up perfectly. The storytelling too is good, like, theplot is about multiple games, yet the concept of every single one of them are understandable. It somehow feels like watching some random e-sport tournament. They also gave it less drama and more comedy, which also makes the story easier to understand, and also more relaxing. Animation-wise, like I said before, not as good as the first season, like, there's a bit more noticeable "lazy animation" throughout the season, including in some action scenes. but, as far as I noticed it, not much detail reduction was seen, so, it's still good, but I still wish they did it as good as the first season.
sailorkugisaki
03/30/2025, 04:22 AM
Would I dare say this second season of Shangri-La Frontier is even better than the first one? After its first season, this story still has much to offer! ShanFro has everything: a sensational animation, a good and intriguing story, well-developed action balanced with strategic discussions, and most importantly, it has endearing, captivating, eccentric and funny characters. Sunraku, after all the impressive things he has done so far, never fails to impress, even in this second season. This character is an insane player and always finds a way around when he's met with difficulty. It feels like nothing will be able to stop his creative mind. Addto that his spark of eccentricity and craziness, and you get the perfect combo to face anything in ShanFro. The plot slowly progresses forward. Sunraku has to go on "side" quests in order to get the things he needs to reach his goal, but it is not a problem. Indeed, it works perfectly with this anime and the game of Shangri-La Frontier as it leads us to epic moments and battles that one would not expect to happen at that precise moment. I have to say, there were two episodes early in this season where Sunraku plays another game with mecha and I didn't care much for these episodes. That said, they introduced characters that will be present in ShanFro right after; the episodes served a purpose. Although I did not care much about the mecha game, the rest of the season was perfect so that did not impact my overall enjoyment of this second season. Shangri-La Frontier season 2 is still as creative as season 1, and the anime never gets boring. There is no redundancy, new elements are always introduced, as well as new characters, new weapons and new strategies. The universe of ShanFro is vast and amazing to discover. Moreover, I did find this season very funny once again. For all those reasons, ShanFro deserves a 10/10, and I wish more people talked about it!
KANLen09
03/30/2025, 01:31 AM
Shangri-La Frontier, Round 2 — The God-tier game never ceases to amaze, and Challenge 2 Challenge is the perfect animosity for a studio name that never once shuns from giving the audience its hype train that never stops. What comes to mind when you think of "the greatest game that's ever lived?" There are a lot of games for that matter, so let's dumb it down to just anime depictions of it. Some will say that Sword Art Online still plays a huge precedent, being the franchise that has lasted on a golden platter since its 2012 debut, and that's no question at all being theVR MMORPG that pretty much influenced the gaming landscape in terms of anime. And within the last few years or so, the newest contender of mangaka Katarina's Shangri-La Frontier has been going strong since its Fall 2023 debut with studio C2C at the helm, and it's no surprise that we're once again back yet into another Fall-Winter seasonal crossover with the studio's first-ever 2-cour back-to-back sequel series enlisting of a god-tier game that never refuses to say never, because never is NOT enough. With Season 2 continuing the leftovers from Volume 7 to the middle of Volume 14 of the manga, it's evident from Season 1 that there's no definition of a good stopping point, because from the intents of director Toshiyuki Kubooka, it is meant to keep each and every episode hyped for the next, to the next. And yes, given that Sunraku and the gang have weathered the storm against Weathermon the Tombguard (which was one of the major arcs of Season 1), going into Season 2 with the Ether Reactor arc, where Sunraku would eventually make his own secret Inventoria, only to face inherent difficulty in reckoning switching to yet another game for help and ideas, to then revisit his lifelong in-game nemesis once again to try and remove the initial curse set upon him with the Nightslayer's Shadow arc (which is quite the action-heavy arc), thereby taking a switch with yet another Unique Scenario of the Abyss City arc and the much-anticipated GGC arc that clearly defines what SLF is all about. If you have to take a gander at how Season 2 does things differently, I will have to say to look out for both Lycagon's revisit as well as the other games that were played in the middle of SLF. Remember, Sunraku started out his journey as a total noob, only to be affected by Lycagon's curse the moment he was about to break the bank of the game's development stage. And because this boisterous creature is so hard to locate, it takes comrades and a well-executed strategy just to find the rare enemy alone to convince it to undo the curse on him. Sadly, as much as Sunraku wants to exact revenge on Lycagon, it backfires and induces him to a fault that everyone, from players to NPCs, will notice the evil aura emitting from him. The GGC aspect, though, really turns SLF into one glorified Gamer's Aura of a video game anime because of the other games in place, like Nephilim Hollow that allow for unlimited parallels of other SLF players in those games to take even more precedent. Once again, remember that when Sunraku met OiKatzo for the first time, it was in the trash game BERP for hardcore trash gamers, which is how he and Arthur Pencilgon a.k.a Towa Amane got into the whole SLF shtick in the first place. And the sequel expands a bit more from the local to the international stage, where eSports is at its height of fame and the hardcore know their skills fully well. It's always the integration of both internal and external factors that makes SLF one of the most tightly confined series I've seen, and it has been proven in Season 1, so it should be in Season 2 here as well. I need not say that C2C has been pushing themselves like (the once) Studio Bind to pump out only one core source material, and they're continuing to nail flawless production and near-perfect animation prowess even for Season 2. Yes, there have been somewhat of production cuts that are obvious for the sequel, but it is overall still better than the average 3rd-rate studios out there who can't muster much. OST continues to be just as great, with the tight integration that always works no matter what. The OP/ED set is where I have reservations of a hit-and-miss experience. LiSA's OP and otoha's ED knocked it out of the park for the 1st Cour, but Awich's OP and CVTLE's ED regressed it back for the 2nd Cour. To be fair, the songs are not bad at all, especially for the 2nd Cour with its rather dark depiction and 8-bit stylized features, but I don't think that it held its weight against what we have heard for almost 1.5 years now. Still, managaka Katarina's Shangri-La Frontier still continues to impress in its consistency, and heck, we're not even anywhere remotely close to done with the adaptation, especially since Season 3 has been in the works for quite some time already. If there's any chance of catching up to SLF, now's the time to respond to the gamer vibes within you and just let loose your gamer bait rage to experience one of, if not, the greatest video game-inspired adaptations out there.

Shangri-La Frontier: Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su 2nd Season シャングリラ・フロンティア～クソゲーハンター、神ゲーに挑まんとす～ 2nd season

2024 fall | Episodes: 25 | Score: 8.3 (81564)

Updated every Sundays at 17:00 | Status: Finished Airing

Type: TV

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Voice Actors

Uchida, Yuuma

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Reviews

CHALOKLAM
04/20/2025, 06:30 AM
I feel like this entire season is like a giant OVA that ends up as a spin-off! The more episodes go on, the less the series develops the world of Shangi, and at times, it seems like the author is fed up with his world or doesn't know where he wants to go and puts his main character in another universe... It's as if there were OVAs in the middle of the series, but the last third of the season is downright a spin-off!!! The pace of the series is way too slow; you could miss an episode without realizing it, the story is so stuck! There's twice as muchpointless blah blah as in season 1! It's simple, they talk non-stop for the sake of saying nothing! Entire episodes talking about the strategy that will be used, both during the action and during the "action," well, this is even more blah blah!!! The characters spend three-quarters of the episodes commenting on what they're going to do or what happens during the action! Action that's as repetitive as possible. It reminded me of DBZ, two episodes spent preparing an attack that does nothing... That's the other problem of the season: the big monsters are like immortal, they keep coming back, 10 final attacks, etc., and at one point, the writers decide it's gone on long enough, and boom, the fight's over... and off we go for an OVA or a spin-off. I'll watch season three when it's fully aired, and I think three-quarters of it will be skippable... and I won't be surprised if I lose interest in the middle. Otherwise, more than ever, I don't understand the very good rating for this season and the number of people who recommend watching it... It's simple, I find that this season is so bad that I lowered the previous season by one point (I gave it an 8, a very good rating for me, thinking that it was an intro that took its time and that in season 2 we would be more focused on the story... it's the opposite, season 1 seems to have given everything and now we're only on filler and a sort of saop opera animation and I expect the worst for the rest.
NutBarber
04/17/2025, 08:23 PM
** spoiler free, bief summary ** Season 2 of Shangri-La Frontier brings some solid entertainment, but it does have a few bumps along the way. One issue I had was the show jumping between multiple storylines in different games. While it doesn’t completely ruin the experience, it does pull you out of the main story flow and can be a bit jarring at times. Still, it’s not a huge deal-breaker, just a minor distraction. Some episodes definitely drag and feel a bit boring, but the episodes that hit are definitely worth it and make up for those slower moments. When it’s good, it’s really good — bringingback that hype and excitement that makes the show fun. The characters are pretty enjoyable. They’re not super deep, but they have enough personality and quirks to keep them interesting and fun to watch. They bring some lightheartedness to the story, even if their emotional range isn’t huge. Animation is solid, especially in the action scenes. It fits the game-inspired world well, and the music is decent enough — it doesn’t stand out, but it doesn’t detract from the experience either. Overall, Shangri-La Frontier Season 2 is a mixed bag. It’s definitely worth watching if you enjoyed Season 1, but it could’ve been more focused. It’s got its moments, and while some things don’t flow perfectly, it’s still a solid ride for fans of the series.
Tsukuyomisama
04/16/2025, 01:38 AM
Ladies and Gentlemen! Let me introduce the best mmorpg anime introduction that can take Sao's crown. I don't want to say much about this season, because this season cut two main events in two and I liked this side road where the story went which no longer wants to be just a plain mmorpg anime, but what a player's life is like, and I also liked that it wants to be more than what it introduced in season 1. I also liked Sword Art Online, even if the mmorpg part was badly cut and it's full of harems, but if this Shangri continues like this and thequality of the anime stays the same, then this will be the best mmorpg anime! I've been reading the Manga and the quality is always top, which is also beautiful and amazing to read every single page. The characters are lovable, the story is quite good and the music is great choices and I can't say anything negative about it and of course we're only at the beginning of the story! 10/10 This anime is every gamer's dream!
PrN_8
04/12/2025, 11:51 PM
One isekai/game anime that truly captures the essence of RPG gaming. While some argue that the lack of real-life stakes takes away tension, for a gamer who’s fought tough bosses and taken countless Losses, that couldn't be further from the truth. This anime nails the intensity and excitement of boss battles. Even the filler episodes were surprisingly enjoyable—still not sure how they pulled that off. Plot The plot is straightforward but has just enough twists to keep things interesting. Rather than limiting the story to one game world, the anime explores other elements while staying rooted in the original game—and that felt refreshing. Characters Most of the characters arewell-developed—not deeply layered, but developed enough to connect with. They feel unique and way more fun compared to the usual generic isekai/game tropes. Animation Solid throughout. While it’s not top-tier, the animation quality never drops noticeably. Sure, they save budget during less important fights, but the boss battles are animated with care and look great. Recommendation Highly recommended—especially for those burnt out on generic isekai. This one's a breath of fresh air for gamers and anime fans.
pitagotnobread
04/09/2025, 02:32 PM
I feel like this season had a lot of promise but it fell short of it's predecessor for a couple of reasons in my opinion. Season 1 presented other players as threats and the whole idea of PKers seemed a bit more important but in this season there weren't really any outside threats at all. Another thing that I liked in season 1 that they completed fumbled in season 2 is the eerie, mysterious feeling of the truth behind the world inside Shangri-La Frontier. For example, the vibes that were given off between Setsuna and Pencilgon felt like there was something deep and dark behind thegame that we would follow up on further this season. The last problem I had with this season is the pacing. There's nothing wrong with our MC playing other games every now and then but there are times we are ramping up to a major plot point and Sunraku takes a break to meet up with someone in another game and it just takes you out of it because he'll be out the game for a couple episodes. Oh! And Saiga (Psyger 0) is annoying.
Chuy_diazz
04/03/2025, 06:38 PM
The consolidation of the best video game-themed anime. This season seeks to expand the story's vision of video games. Sure, it gives us a progressive continuation of the main story, but even the narrative itself works just like a video game. The story within the main game remains interesting: the hunt for the 7 Supremes. In the purest JRPG style, before any boss fight, there will be a thousand things to do, a thousand dialogues to read, and all that lore is just too enticing. The entire season was spent fighting two of them, and we're nowhere near beating them. Since this whole journey can beoverwhelming at times, the anime takes us on a break from this game to try to spend some time in other genres. This is how our protagonist takes us through a mecha combat game and a traditional fighting game. ShanFron knows his market, knows who he's talking to, and the more he presents, the more the affection he has for the video game industry becomes evident. It's not just about the games, but the players as well. Seeing all the different player classes is a great experience because it will lead you to forge a bond with the character who has a playstyle similar to yours. Everything in the story is very well-crafted; when someone tells you that someone is strong, it's clearly demonstrated. They don't do it with a brutal display of strength, but rather with the complex gameplay mechanics you must employ to defeat your opponent. No major enemy is defeated in the same way, which adds a lot of dynamism to the fights. You won't see two identical strategies, nor two identical bosses. As the story progresses and experience accumulates, a sea of new variants, tools, weapons, classes, and subclasses opens up, enriching what we see on screen because everything is constantly changing. ShanFron is establishing itself as the best in the video game genre. This could be attributed merely to its animation, which never falters, but it's a story that is naturally charismatic. This should not be a recommendation but rather a requirement.
rossjg
04/03/2025, 08:11 AM
After finishing Shangri-La Frontier season 2, I’m left with mixed feelings. Unfortunately, it’s hard to ignore that season 2 lost the "magic" that made the first season such a compelling watch. The excitement and mystery of exploring the world of SLF and taking on quests just aren’t there this time around. The animation quality has also taken a noticeable dive. The Weathermon battle in season 1 was intense and gripping, creating a real sense of tension, even with no actual stakes. In comparison, season 2’s battles feel hollow, almost cheap. I think the show could really benefit from a "Souls-like" system where dying has consequence(you lose all your money or drop 5 levels), without it, the fights lose their weight. Ironically, the most engaging part of season 2 happens outside the game itself, but with those storylines still unresolved by the season's end, it leaves the whole arc feeling like it’s gone nowhere. By the conclusion, it’s hard to shake the feeling that not much was accomplished. For anyone reading this who hasn’t watched Shangri-La Frontier season 2 yet, I’d recommend going in with lowered expectations. And for those of you who have already seen it, I’m sure I’m not alone in feeling that season 2 deserves a score lower than season 1.
HERMIT_PAIMON
04/02/2025, 10:17 PM
No change in art style , animation , voice acting in comparison of season 1 which a good thing . So, everything is perfect in this front even though they improved ost a little , 2nd op song is dope too . The only thing i hate is akwardness of some characters specially rei ( attack master ) if studio continue this pattern i might drop down my rating from 8 to 7 . If you are new into gaming type animes then SLF is made for you , sit down , take a deep breathe , fill your glass and snack bowl etc enjoy theshow .All i say down finish in 1 seating it will kill fun . so, 2-3 seating are enough .
Darkzepheran
04/01/2025, 07:34 AM
Another season another Banger!! C2C has once again, delighting us with an incredible S2 of Shangri-La Frontier. When you think you´ve seen the best this series has to offer—BANG! it tops itself once more. Animation, characters, world building, comedy and story. It´s got all the ingredients needed to become one hell on an anime. From where we left off in S1, Sunraku keeps pushing on to find and defeat his sworn enemy Lycagon, while discovering the wonders hidden in this GOD-TIER game. Like before we dive deeper into the lore of the game and discover there´s much more of a deeper story to Shangri-La than what meetsthe eye. With the help of Pencilgon, K, Psyger-0 and new allies. Sunraku faces new boss monsters and new challenges both in IRL and in game. Not to mention—more of Pencilgon’s get-rich-quick schemes and shenanigans that’ll have you laughing your ass off! As always, each boss fight outshines the last. Especially in Round 2 against Lycagon, where the legendary "Attack Master" shows Sunraku exactly why she earned that title. When it comes to OPs and EDs, this anime is on a whole different level. I haven't seen a series with this many amazing OSTs since Black Clover! Overall, it´s been a great season and to top it all off—we´ve got S3 CONFIRMED!!! In the meantime, I’ll be diving into the manga, especially since where the anime left it off was the start of an epic arc! How I rank (This is just my opinion): (Inspired by Huang-Teizan) 10 - Bendicion de Dios 9 - This is what PEAK looks like people!! 8 - Bingeworthy! 7 - Good 6 - Enjoyable 5 - Either Echii or just enough to get by 4 - I´m just here to know how it ends. 3 - Don´t bother 2 - "Are you related to Rent a Girlfriend?" 1 - My head doesn´t explode because it can´t. 0 - "Even a Hentai has a better story than you!"
CaptainKenshiro
03/30/2025, 11:02 AM
Well the second season is here and since the specifics were already covered on the first one, this one will be shorter and more straightforward, kinda like the show itself. People keep playing videogames in a mostly fun looking way so there are still reasons to be pleased with this continuation, but it’s definitely worse than its predecessor due to the following reasons: -The pacing is slower. The first season already had a slower pacing on its second half, and it became worse in here. Now the main characters have interacted and formed an alliance with other players that care about the lore and unique scenariosand epic bosses of the game and stuff, which is good, but now there is a lot more sitting down and talking and exposition going on. -Speaking of exposition, it had become worse in this season compared to the one before it. Since the protagonist has leveled up and unlocked new weapons and abilities, there’s a lot more inner monologues about that, and even on screen there are a lot more explanations about in-game mechanics. And since the show moved on to the fights against the epic bosses that affect the whole in-game world, there is a lot more strategic discussion between the characters. Infamously, there is an episode where half of it or more was about a party planning what to do against an epic boss while having it occupied with a decoy. -The protagonist is now more broken. He has access to an OP inventory full of powerful items that even serves as a room to teleport to, so he uses it in battle as an escape route to rest and heal a little, and to come back from, more geared up. Speaking of gear he also gets more powerful weapons as he levels up and works with NPCs, so he doesn’t struggle nor is as creative against small enemies as he used to be. Yes, it is a natural course in videogames in general so it makes sense for the writing to be that way, but it doesn’t really prevent it from being a slightly worse watching experience. Even when it seemed that he was disadvantaged at some point, he works his way around it and comes off as more OP and it never feels like he struggles much. -There is little plot progression. Despite seemingly moving forward due to showing more characters, enemies and places within the in-game setting, the characters don’t really progress much in what they want to do in the game. The protagonist even gets a second chance against that one epic boss from the first season, for the MMORPG and the show to pull out a troll. -There is focus on other type of content in it and not in the best ways. The series now bothers to explore the backstories of other characters and how they began to play videogames and roleplay and why they choose their playstyles in specific. Character fleshing is good but when an action show does it in the middle of a fight interrupting the flow of the series, it is an issue. And although I now don’t find Rei to be a creepy stalker, I still feel like her attraction to the protagonist is rather silly and superficial and I wish there was less focus on it. -Related to that, the anime is now slightly more serious. Although still primarily a comedy action adventure show, since now characters even have entire episodes dedicated to introspect about why and how they play videogames and roleplay, they started to take, well, videogames, more seriously. It is nowhere near the embarrassing levels of other shows, which I already criticized on my review of the first season, but it was preferable as it was before. -The series dedicates runtime to other videogames. I don’t really find this to be an issue, as it shows more of the characters outside the main game and playing more stuff and using other mechanics. I find that to be a nice change for a short while, and the anime even uses that to show how someone can get a burnout from a hobby, and it even ties the characters and events from those other games to the main one, so I don’t take it as wasted screentime. The directing even went to change the title of the anime at the beginning of some episodes and commercial brakes, which was a nice touch. Other people did find it to be an issue, so I think it was worth mentioning. -Since I covered the occasional change of videogames, that leads me to talk about another actual problem which is the animation becoming worse. One of the other videogames is a so-so and far more generic looking mecha fighting game with far less customizations, so its aesthetics are more plain and boring looking, and even has weak CGI and less detailed artwork all around. But even within the main game, the artwork and character figures became weaker, the backgrounds and special effects, and even some epic monsters have now far more and more noticeable rather poor looking CGI. Even the motions and impact frames feel and look worse than they did before. At its best the series still looks great and sometimes even far better than it did in the first season, but its overall decline in visual quality is very prominent and can’t be denied. Near the end of the season, the characters play another fighting game with roleplay elements, which although it had uninteresting gameplay, it also featured interesting mind game like abilities and much more interesting and better visuals. -Even the audio department is considerably worse. The music is still the same but less prominent and with a several case of lacking good insert songs, there are two new openings and two new endings, none of which I liked particularly but the first ending was nice to look because the characters were in suits and dresses. The voice acting is about the same, and the sound effects are far weaker than they were in the first season. -The ending is still open of course, as the source material is ongoing, but it is also a double cliffhanger of sorts, so it is worse than the one from the first season. Luckily the continuation was already confirmed, but is that a good thing? As a whole, the anime is still watchable to kill some time but it has undeniably become worse than it was and if they don’t stop its production for a little while to try and polish it to its previous level, it might affect the following entries to the point where they might become bad.
ArcticRaccoon
03/30/2025, 06:56 AM
𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗶-𝗟𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮 : 𝗔 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗱𝘆𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱. If Shangri-La Frontier Season 1 was a thrilling dive into the world of VR gaming, hen Season 2 cranks everything up a notch. It’s bigger, bolder, and just an absolute blast to watch. The story keeps getting more interesting, the world feels even more alive, and the sense of adventure never lets up. Generally, Shangri-La Frontier is a love letter to MMORPGs, and Season 2 continues to explore the vast potential of this world with meticulous detail. The story progression feels organic and gripping, with S̶u̶n̶r̶a̶k̶u̶’̶s̶ pencilgon's journey unfolding in ways that make you investedin every quest and every new encounter. His battles are not just about brute force but about wit, adaptability, making every W feel well-earned and so satisfying. Visually, the animation is a feast; fluid, dynamic, and bursting with energy in all the right moments. The action sequences, in particular, are insanely well-executed, with each clash carrying real weight and tension. Whether it's an intense boss fight or a meticulously choreographed duel, you feel the impact of every hit. And while the OST may not be groundbreaking, it does exactly what it needs to elevate the tension and immerse you deeper into the world of Shangri-La Frontier. The music sets the perfect backdrop, ensuring that every major moment lands with the impact it deserves. But what truly makes this season shine is how it deepens the world-building while maintaining its sense of adventure and discovery. The game within the anime feels real, the kind of world you’d want to get lost in, full of challenges, secrets, and an ever growing sense of mystery. The stakes are rising, the story is expanding, and the excitement only grows stronger with each passing episode. In short, Season 2 doesn’t just live up to expectations ,it even surpasses them. It’s the kind of show that makes you wish VRMMOs like this actually existed, just so you could step into S̶u̶n̶r̶a̶k̶u̶’̶s̶ pencilgon's shoes and experience the thrill firsthand. With stellar animation, a gripping story, and a world that feels more alive than ever, Shangri-La Frontier continues to be a top-tier ride. Final verdict? An easy 8/10. The adventure is far from over, and I can’t wait to see where it takes us next.
Widhala
03/30/2025, 05:56 AM
I'll start with the negative aspects, I don't know if it's just me, but I feel like the animation quality isn't as good as the first season.... aaaand the romance part is just, simply, naruto and hinata all over again... And with that out of the way, for everything elses, the story is simple but perfect. By that I mean, the attention to detail, story-wise, doesn't quite have any loopholes...well, if I may complain a bit, there are some, like about how does the console technology works, or some other random details, but structurally speaking, everything just add up perfectly. The storytelling too is good, like, theplot is about multiple games, yet the concept of every single one of them are understandable. It somehow feels like watching some random e-sport tournament. They also gave it less drama and more comedy, which also makes the story easier to understand, and also more relaxing. Animation-wise, like I said before, not as good as the first season, like, there's a bit more noticeable "lazy animation" throughout the season, including in some action scenes. but, as far as I noticed it, not much detail reduction was seen, so, it's still good, but I still wish they did it as good as the first season.
sailorkugisaki
03/30/2025, 04:22 AM
Would I dare say this second season of Shangri-La Frontier is even better than the first one? After its first season, this story still has much to offer! ShanFro has everything: a sensational animation, a good and intriguing story, well-developed action balanced with strategic discussions, and most importantly, it has endearing, captivating, eccentric and funny characters. Sunraku, after all the impressive things he has done so far, never fails to impress, even in this second season. This character is an insane player and always finds a way around when he's met with difficulty. It feels like nothing will be able to stop his creative mind. Addto that his spark of eccentricity and craziness, and you get the perfect combo to face anything in ShanFro. The plot slowly progresses forward. Sunraku has to go on "side" quests in order to get the things he needs to reach his goal, but it is not a problem. Indeed, it works perfectly with this anime and the game of Shangri-La Frontier as it leads us to epic moments and battles that one would not expect to happen at that precise moment. I have to say, there were two episodes early in this season where Sunraku plays another game with mecha and I didn't care much for these episodes. That said, they introduced characters that will be present in ShanFro right after; the episodes served a purpose. Although I did not care much about the mecha game, the rest of the season was perfect so that did not impact my overall enjoyment of this second season. Shangri-La Frontier season 2 is still as creative as season 1, and the anime never gets boring. There is no redundancy, new elements are always introduced, as well as new characters, new weapons and new strategies. The universe of ShanFro is vast and amazing to discover. Moreover, I did find this season very funny once again. For all those reasons, ShanFro deserves a 10/10, and I wish more people talked about it!
KANLen09
03/30/2025, 01:31 AM
Shangri-La Frontier, Round 2 — The God-tier game never ceases to amaze, and Challenge 2 Challenge is the perfect animosity for a studio name that never once shuns from giving the audience its hype train that never stops. What comes to mind when you think of "the greatest game that's ever lived?" There are a lot of games for that matter, so let's dumb it down to just anime depictions of it. Some will say that Sword Art Online still plays a huge precedent, being the franchise that has lasted on a golden platter since its 2012 debut, and that's no question at all being theVR MMORPG that pretty much influenced the gaming landscape in terms of anime. And within the last few years or so, the newest contender of mangaka Katarina's Shangri-La Frontier has been going strong since its Fall 2023 debut with studio C2C at the helm, and it's no surprise that we're once again back yet into another Fall-Winter seasonal crossover with the studio's first-ever 2-cour back-to-back sequel series enlisting of a god-tier game that never refuses to say never, because never is NOT enough. With Season 2 continuing the leftovers from Volume 7 to the middle of Volume 14 of the manga, it's evident from Season 1 that there's no definition of a good stopping point, because from the intents of director Toshiyuki Kubooka, it is meant to keep each and every episode hyped for the next, to the next. And yes, given that Sunraku and the gang have weathered the storm against Weathermon the Tombguard (which was one of the major arcs of Season 1), going into Season 2 with the Ether Reactor arc, where Sunraku would eventually make his own secret Inventoria, only to face inherent difficulty in reckoning switching to yet another game for help and ideas, to then revisit his lifelong in-game nemesis once again to try and remove the initial curse set upon him with the Nightslayer's Shadow arc (which is quite the action-heavy arc), thereby taking a switch with yet another Unique Scenario of the Abyss City arc and the much-anticipated GGC arc that clearly defines what SLF is all about. If you have to take a gander at how Season 2 does things differently, I will have to say to look out for both Lycagon's revisit as well as the other games that were played in the middle of SLF. Remember, Sunraku started out his journey as a total noob, only to be affected by Lycagon's curse the moment he was about to break the bank of the game's development stage. And because this boisterous creature is so hard to locate, it takes comrades and a well-executed strategy just to find the rare enemy alone to convince it to undo the curse on him. Sadly, as much as Sunraku wants to exact revenge on Lycagon, it backfires and induces him to a fault that everyone, from players to NPCs, will notice the evil aura emitting from him. The GGC aspect, though, really turns SLF into one glorified Gamer's Aura of a video game anime because of the other games in place, like Nephilim Hollow that allow for unlimited parallels of other SLF players in those games to take even more precedent. Once again, remember that when Sunraku met OiKatzo for the first time, it was in the trash game BERP for hardcore trash gamers, which is how he and Arthur Pencilgon a.k.a Towa Amane got into the whole SLF shtick in the first place. And the sequel expands a bit more from the local to the international stage, where eSports is at its height of fame and the hardcore know their skills fully well. It's always the integration of both internal and external factors that makes SLF one of the most tightly confined series I've seen, and it has been proven in Season 1, so it should be in Season 2 here as well. I need not say that C2C has been pushing themselves like (the once) Studio Bind to pump out only one core source material, and they're continuing to nail flawless production and near-perfect animation prowess even for Season 2. Yes, there have been somewhat of production cuts that are obvious for the sequel, but it is overall still better than the average 3rd-rate studios out there who can't muster much. OST continues to be just as great, with the tight integration that always works no matter what. The OP/ED set is where I have reservations of a hit-and-miss experience. LiSA's OP and otoha's ED knocked it out of the park for the 1st Cour, but Awich's OP and CVTLE's ED regressed it back for the 2nd Cour. To be fair, the songs are not bad at all, especially for the 2nd Cour with its rather dark depiction and 8-bit stylized features, but I don't think that it held its weight against what we have heard for almost 1.5 years now. Still, managaka Katarina's Shangri-La Frontier still continues to impress in its consistency, and heck, we're not even anywhere remotely close to done with the adaptation, especially since Season 3 has been in the works for quite some time already. If there's any chance of catching up to SLF, now's the time to respond to the gamer vibes within you and just let loose your gamer bait rage to experience one of, if not, the greatest video game-inspired adaptations out there.

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